Sanitation Utility

J.M. Smucker Co • Emporia, KS

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About The Position

Utility 1 workers perform several bakery manufacturing activities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. They must work effectively as part of a team, remain flexible in assignments within the utility category, follow written and verbal instructions, complete duties safely and accurately, maintain GMP standards, and participate as part of the Food Defense Team.

As a Sanitor, the employee is responsible for cleaning and supporting product safety throughout the plant, including windows, ceilings, restrooms, break rooms, wash racks, cleaning equipment, lights, mixers, ovens, and pans. The role may also involve cleaning processing and non-processing equipment and maintaining plant grounds. This is a full-time third-shift PM position.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and effectively in a team.
• Flexibility to perform assignments within the utility category.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and complete assigned duties safely and accurately.
• Ability to meet the physical demands described, including working for 12 hours, lifting up to 50 pounds, and pushing or pulling heavy carts and equipment.
• Must not be afraid of heights and must be in good physical condition.
• Ability to read, use peripheral vision and hearing, understand scheduling, and visually inspect cake against stated quality standards.

Nice To Haves

• Previous safety training.

Responsibilities

• Clean floors, lights, walls, windows, ceilings, restrooms, break rooms, wash racks, and equipment in various plant areas.
• Spot-clean various areas throughout the plant.
• Communicate with production staff about problems and cleaning frequency.
• Clean processing and non-processing equipment and maintain grounds, including snow removal, weed control, tree trimming, and policing grounds.
• Dismantle machinery.
• Discard waste and trash.
• Resolve insect problems.
• Follow instructions safely and accurately, maintain GMP standards, and participate as part of the Food Defense Team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED